[Sportschosun Jiyoung Jo] Netflix's series 'The East Palace' (written by Kwon So-ra and Seo Jae-won, directed by Choi Jeong-gyu) has unveiled a teaser poster and trailer filled with an overwhelming atmosphere.
The released teaser poster captures both the world of ghosts and the real world, leaving a powerful impression. Inside a palace shrouded in dark clouds, Gucheon (Nam Joo Hyuk) stands with a sword in hand, looking solemn. Above all, the red light shining on him draws attention to the desolate landscape behind him. Collapsed stone lanterns, tangled vines that seem to have melted under a curse, and the ominous energy surrounding them instantly convey what the 'world of ghosts' that Gucheon crosses into is like. The caption, "He crosses the boundary between the real world and the world of ghosts to uncover a secret," further raises expectations for Gucheon’s role as he moves between the two worlds.
The teaser trailer, also newly revealed, immediately grabs attention as Gucheon, a ghost hunter, emerges amid a sinister and eerie atmosphere. The one who summoned him to the palace is none other than the King (Cho Seung-woo). As curiosity grows over why a ruler who does not believe in ghosts or superstition called Gucheon to the palace, Gucheon senses that the palace is filled with deep resentment.
He decides to enter the world of ghosts himself to find the vengeful spirit, while the palace maid Saenggang (Roh Yoon-seo) watches him walk into a pond. Soon, the world of ghosts unfolds before Gucheon. Filled with the energy of dark red blood, it is the hidden side of reality. Gucheon begins fighting the ghosts with his sword and leaves behind the ominous line, "Those who commit sins will one day be punished."
Meanwhile, Saenggang in the real world appears with blood on her forehead and a determined expression, heightening curiosity. The King and the queen dowager also encounter mysterious phenomena, adding to the tension. The question remains whether Gucheon can survive in the palace, where "once you enter, you can only leave when you die," and what kind of presence is threatening The East Palace.
Above all, the teaser trailer has sparked strong anticipation for the performances of the three actors, who fully transform into Gucheon, Saenggang, and the King. Nam Joo Hyuk is expected to deliver dynamic action as he moves between the real world and the world of ghosts. Roh Yoon-seo will show a different side of herself as a palace maid hiding a secret, while Cho Seung-woo leaves a strong impression even with his brief appearance. Viewers are eager to see what kind of synergy the three will create.
'The East Palace' tells the story of Gucheon (Nam Joo Hyuk), who has the ability to move between the world of ghosts, and the palace maid Saenggang (Roh Yoon-seo), who hides a secret, as they uncover the curse haunting The East Palace after being summoned by the King (Cho Seung-woo). The series stars Nam Joo Hyuk, Roh Yoon-seo, and Cho Seung-woo. It is written by Kwon So-ra and Seo Jae-won, known for 'Entourage,' 'The Guest,' and 'Bulgasal,' and directed by Choi Jeong-gyu, who helmed 'Red Moon Blue Sun' and 'The Devil Judge.' It will be released on Netflix on July 17.
Jiyoung Jo
